Fine china is not for everyday use, hence the hefty price tag. It’s durable, unique, and incredibly delicate. The name comes from the country of origin, China and is made from Chinese materials kaolin (white china clay) and feldspar (a rock). They cost a hefty sum because in order to fire them, you need extremely high temperatures. The higher the temperature, the more costly it is to fire. Additionally, because the heat of the kiln (oven for burning) produces many failures due to ceramic cracking, or warping, there are many more failed attempts at production than there are successful ones.
Beyond this little recap, the reason I decided to write this post is because I’ve recently been to restaurants that have served food on fine china dishes and it has had an effect on my experience. I don’t know if it’s just me, but I swear the food taste and looks better when it’s served on a beautiful plate. Next time you host a dinner party, think about the plates you’re going to set the table with and the effect they’re going to have on your guest’s experience. Additionally, when you buy fine china, you buy what you feel you can most relate to in the patterns offered. Therefore, the plates you pick will not only compliment the food placed on the dishes, but also give your guests insight into your tastes and vibes in an unspoken way.
Versace Butterfly Garden Service Plate – $325
Royal Albert Miranda Kerr Friendship Collection – Prices Vary
Wedgwood Blue Hibiscus Collection – Prices Vary
Lenox Garden Grove Collection – Prices Vary
Royal Albert Miranda Kerr for Gratitude 3-Pc. Set – $70
Hotel Collection Classic Foulard Dinnerware Collection, Created for Macy’s – Prices Vary
Lenox Federal Gold Monogram Collection – Prices Vary
Zhongguo Jingdezhen Black Plates 7” Porcelain Made in China 09 set of 2 – $34
Rare royal crown derby blue and white tea cup and saucer, collectible English bone china – $61.59
Lemons 16 Piece Bone China Dinnerware Set, Service for 4 – $139.99
Rose Confetti 5 Piece Bone China Place Setting, Service for 1 – $96.86 (on sale now)
Kulick 20 Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 4 – $176.99
Blooming Splendor Bone China 5 Piece Place Setting, Service for 1 – $100 (on sale now)
Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo 4-Piece Place Setting – $100
Lenox Butterfly Meadow 18 Piece Dinnerware Set – $438
Juliska Country Estate Winter Frolic “Mr. & Mrs. Claus” Ruby Party Plates, Set of 4 – $158